This northern corner of Maricopa County is a barbecue mecca.
- Buffalo Chip Saloon
Enjoy pit-smoked brisket, St. Louis-style spare ribs and pulled pork sandwiches daily, with bull riding every Wednesday and Friday.
6823 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-9118, buffalochipsaloon.com - The Horny Toad
Established in 1976, The Horny Toad is the oldest original restaurant in Cave Creek. Try the baby back ribs or barbecue chicken to see why.
6738 E Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-9542, thehornytoad.com - Cryin’ Coyote
Spareribs are the standout here, as are excellent side dishes such as chile relleno rice, baked potato salad strewn with bacon, and green chile cornbread muffins. Finish up with a hefty slab of Texas sheet cake.
6130 E. Cave Creek Rd., 480-575-7155, cryincoyotebbq.com
